The unit was the first of its kind in the country and was funded by Madonna's charity Raising Malawi in collaboration with the minister of health.

"Malawi has enriched my family more than I could have ever imagined," Madonna said when it was opened.

"It's important for me to make sure all my children from the country maintain a strong connection to their birth nation, and equally important to show them that together, humans have the power to change the world for the better."

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Mercy also spoke at the opening, tell the audience: "It is a great honour to know this hospital is named after me. What's more important is that it will heal many kids and save many lives."

The singer adopted David Banda in October 2006 when she was still married to Guy Ritchie, who is dad to Rocco.